You can hear this question most often from parents. We answer - yes, you can! If your child has a chronic disease and has not been vaccinated with two doses of the measles vaccine according to the National Immunization Schedule, do not delay, vaccinate him at the first opportunity. There is a vaccine!
Why should children with chronic diseases be vaccinated against measles in the first place?
Children with chronic diseases have a much higher risk of severe complications from measles: pneumonia, ear infection, inflammation of the brain (encephalitis) and even death.
Therefore, if a child has a chronic disease, he should be vaccinated first.
What chronic diseases increase the risk of measles infection?
☛ bronchial asthma
☛ cystic fibrosis
☛ diabetes
☛ cancer
☛ any other chronic conditions that lead to weakened immunity and make the child's body susceptible to infections and their potential complications.